Pesquisar
to constrict
01
constringir, estreitar
to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness
Intransitive
Example
His chest constricts when he experiences high levels of anxiety.
The blood vessels are constricting in response to the cold weather.
02
constrigir, estreitar
to tighten, squeeze, or narrow down in order to reduce in size
Transitive: to constrict sth
Example
The tight bandage constricted the swollen ankle, providing support and reducing inflammation.
A faixa apertada constrigiu o tornozelo inchado, fornecendo suporte e reduzindo a inflamação.
The surgeon constricted the blood vessel with surgical clips to control bleeding during the operation.
O cirurgião constrigiu o vaso sanguíneo com grampos cirúrgicos para controlar a hemorragia durante a operação.
03
constranger, restringir
to restrict the things someone can or wants to do
Transitive: to constrict someone's freedoms or abilities
Example
The strict rules constricted the students' freedom to express themselves creatively.
Financial constraints constricted their ability to travel and explore new destinations.
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